Spending 1 month with the Huawei MatePad Pro - review!
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- čas přidán 6. 05. 2020
- I spent a whole month with the Huawei MatePad Pro. Here's what I think about it. And I purposely waiting this long for the EMUI 10.1 update for the Widevine DRM.
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Simple, yet clear review!!!👍👍👍😁keep up the good work...
This review is great. I was looking for a good review for this tablet quiet some times now. Thumbs up for this. 👍
Glad it was helpful!
I have a question, do you exprienced the virtual keyboard issue? Even if the setting for show virtual keyboad is on, it does not appear at all?? They cannot type on the matepad without the physical keyboard. 🤔
Sometimes yes. Buggy software
Not sure about India, perhaps have a look at your nearest Huawei store?
How it works for you to edit photos. Using PS and LR?
Hi, is it support chromecast if I want to cast video to my android tv?
where you buy it?? its good play game like rise of kingdom?
hello ı have matepad pro and keyborad keyboard seach button you know ctrl button right ı dont how it s work pls help me ı pres button but ıt not work
your soo kind and thank you for sharing
Does it support voice calls? Can it be used as phone replacement by installing the SIM card inside?
Thanks for the honest review.. So what about CZcams vanced? Can it play HD?
Thanks for the comment!
I never tried CZcams Vanced. That app is considered piracy in my books, so I end up only using the browser to watch CZcams.
HEY I HAVE THIS TABLET AND I CANT DOWNLOAD SOME GAMES LIKE CALL OF DUTy WARZONE MOBILE,,,WHAT SHOULD I Do😢
great review! does it have a SIM card slot and and it double up as a mobile phone substitute to work with a bluetooth headset?
For the SIM Card slot version, you'll need to get the 5G variant.
As for mobile phone... I've never tested it out. In theory, you can since there is a "call" in the tablet.
Thank you for the review! It's very detailed.
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Thank you for the review!But can you download some adobe apps like photoshop or illustrator like in laptops when it's in desktop view? im kinda want to use ir for digital art 😊
Nope - the desktop view is just... resizing the app into a full-screen app and have them opened in windows like a PC/Mac. Those Adobe apps are very watered down compared to the laptop versions.
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Thanks for the review. Assume the 5G model delivers same performance? Generally does this matepad pro enable us to do and use all Mirosoft office, and other basic laptop features? How’s the performance?
Yes, both 5G and WiFi model will perform the same. As for using office apps, your mileage may vary depending on what app you want to use since this tablet does not have Google Mobile Services.
Also, any good file manager like in Mac to list files in different outlook and color files and folders for easy identification? I m really thinking to use Matepad to replace my Surface about which i don't like its keyboard feel.
Not that I know of. I used to use Estrong but that app developer had been blacklisted. So I use CX File Manager now. It works but not exactly the best.
When editing word files? Can i use all the short-cut like Control+C=copy?
Thanks
Yes you can! All of those shortcuts are here as well 🙌
Can I plug in an external hard drive to transfer data on the Matebook pro?
Yes you can!
Awesome review. Decided to get one soon. Thank you.
Glad to help!
Did you get one? How are you finding it
would like to check, how's the function of whatsapp in the tab? can the data trasnfer from phone to this tab?
Yes you can! Follow these instructions and you'll be good to go
czcams.com/video/IgF_ZmIsfhY/video.html
Hi I wanted your opinion if you would recommend this tablet as replacemnt for laptop in term of doing assighmet? I'm a student in university and I spend alot of time doing assighments... And also I want to ask if i can connect a mouse to it? I'm thinking to buy one as replacemnt for my laptop
Definitely not. Many applications still run better and more powerful on a laptop.
Honest review.
Hi! , Can you play video in high quality on netflix or amazon prime? Becuase I cant and on the app settings of netflix says the high resolution is SD, I can see the diference between mi celphone and this tablet. For example play video in Full HD and when is possible in HDR, but in this tablet no. Excellent video.
Hey there! From what I can find out now, the MatePad Pro supports only Widevine L3 DRM, which means SD resolution. However, I downloaded the video to watch on the tablet - and it appears to be in higher resolution.
@@NasiLemakTech Thanks for answer me, In fact I downloaded a movie with hdr and it is see with very good quality.
Nice Wallpaper where did you get? Also did it ever get the wide vine L1 update? Can u use netflix in HD?
Ah okay.
The wallpaper I used is this one: drive.google.com/file/d/1ecLEJ3su_aJNx8xM1VUrmV_9AZV9-m_r/view?usp=sharing
As for Netflix... I'm not sure what happened but the latest update doesn't show the Widevine DRM anymore. But my Netflix still works... 🤔
Either way, it's quite risky, honestly. I can't guarantee Netflix will work all the time as Huawei doesn't officially state that they're supporting Netflix.
Need help, how did you make netflix working. Ingot it installed through apkpure nut its not opening. Im getting error message that the device is not supported by the app.
Have you updated to EMUI 10.1?
Hi can I use this together with a mouse. I am much a MS Office user.
Yes you can. Doesn't work like a laptop with a keyboard/mouse but it's close.
Metatrader support tak?
thx for the review. How's your review on note taking during lectures? Will the Huawei suffer from palm touching issue during writing?
Surprisingly, the palm rejection is good - given that the pen isn't lifted far off the screen.
@@NasiLemakTech thx will get one right after quanrantine....lol
How much Indian price is course
How did you manage to make the latest version of Netflix work? Mine says it's not compatible with the device. Now I'm using the 3.16 version.
I downloaded Netflix version 7.54.2 build 38 34837.
Did you download the Netflix APK with a white background?
Can we put Microsoft exel and word here, same as laptop?
Not 100% the same as a laptop. I suggest you get a laptop instead
Can we download Google play apps form apk pure on huawei matepad pro or not
Nope. Won't work.
Do you use the note taking feature and if yess what apps do you use? I desperately searching for good note taking apps but the ones I would love to use are just for ios and google android and are not available in the HUWAIE App Gallery
There are several note-taking apps - ranging from drawing only to text only. for me, Huawei does have the built-in ones which are decent enough - but generally I stick to Google Keep and that's it.
how to get EMUI 10.1? no update available .. i join Beta program still not available.
The update is rolling out in stages. So please be patient if you don't get the update yet
The WPS that comes standard is it a full version n not a trial version?
Trial
Can you recommend it to an engineering students who needs to use an autocad?
Nope. Better to get a laptop.
Hi. I am a teacher, and with the online teaching that we are doing now, i am getting a tablet with a stylus and keyboard/keypad. Planning it as a replacement for my notebook, mainly using the microsoft office documents (writing/editing) in word, excel as well as powerpoint. i was looking at Samsung S6 / S6 lite. Then i saw your video. Do you think for my application/use, the MatePad Pro is a good choice compared to Samsung S6/S6 Lite? Thanks in advance. Btw, good review.
Hey yo, thanks for being a teacher with dedication to the next generation of leaders. Education is very important to me.
The tablet - I recommend getting the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.
Review is coming soon, actually.
if you can the tab s6 (not the lite version) is great, the chip is very powerful, the screen is SuperAmoled and the free stylus is amazing, i'm using one and anything i can think of (photo edit, video edit, note taking, media, drawing...) the Tab S6 can all do very very well !!! the Lite screen is not in the same league as the S6, and that's what you look at all the time, the chip is another reason, invest in the S6 and you will not regret !
Why not go for a surface go?better operating system for productivity.
@@SuperArdly That's also a good option.
S6 is twice the price of this tablet. Basically, it should be better
Nice ,good vid. So this is not yet a good tablet for digital artist right? The use of Photoshop or clip Studio paint
That is correct. We do have another review coming out - the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. Subscribe to this channel so you don't miss that out. The S Pen is just amazing.
How about google apps ie google drive? Are they downloadable and usable?
You can still use the web version of Google Drive.
Hi does it have the sim card connectivity?specially on calls and texts.
Not for this variant. There's another version with SIM card called the MatePad Pro 5G.
1. Is it possible to connect to an external monitor, and using bt mouse and external bigger bt keyboard? 2. How about the processing speed? I m using Surface with M3 processor but getting slow in Windows. 3. Could I download Google suite to use use gmail apps, google map and CZcams? 4. Any good built-in email apps to connect multiple accounts like outlook? 5. Could I install nano memory card to expand memory and 5g sim card at the same time? 6. Does it support wifi6? Sorry for so many questions.
I like a bunch of questions. I hope I answered them properly.
1. Yes you can, just get a dongle and it'll work.
2. Not really a fair comparison since they're both using different OS and have totally different capabilities.
3. Unfortunately, no. Not officially, at least. We tried adding them ourselves - but it's wonky and started having error messages after some time. So, it's unreliable.
4. Have to explore your options. The built-in email app supports multiple emails but your satisfaction may vary.
5. We have the WiFi version, so the slot only takes in another NM card. Presumably, the 5G version takes in a nano SIM card + NM card.
6. Yes it does!
@@NasiLemakTech I can use web version of gmail, CZcams and Goggle map. However, having the apps to run is faster and convenient. Thanks for your reply.
Glad to be able to help!
How can Google Sheet., Google DOC and etc be opened by using Huawei Matepad Pro?
You can still use them on the web browser.
I really want to get this tablet, it's perfect but can you get it in 4g, can you get netflix without emui 10.1 and does it have google services
This laptop is only available in 5G or WiFi variant.
Netflix only works after updated to EMUI 10.1
And as per mentioned, no Google services.
Can you used usb hub to connect this to a printer?
That should work. I have never tried it, though.
So even if there is no Google play store, i can download apps using apk? like microsoft word apps?
Yes you can.
do u use office 360 on the matepad pro? and id u do how is the experience
Good question. From what I tried, Office 365 works without issues.
Perfect review 👌. Love it when you went details on keyboard for day to day job. Nearly perfect substitute instead of a heavy brick laptop. The downs for me are lack of shortcut key for spreadsheet and docs.. I'm gonna wait until huawei makes it perfect or some other companies doing it perfectly.
Hey yo! Thanks for the comment 👌 Keyboards are very important to us since that's the one thing we interact with to communicate with others.
The keyboard shortcuts are dependent on the app itself - so it truly depends if your docs and spreadsheet app support keyboard shortcuts on its own.
Hi! Please, can you tell me if it works with hdmi adapter??
Yes it does!
To this tab have apps like Keynote on Apple?
Hmmm... There's WPS Office for that. Gets the job done, but not as fancy as Apple's keynote app
Hi, I just bought a matepad pro... May I know how to type Chinese and view 2 screens on huawei matepad pro?
Typing Chinese... Not familiar with that. I think you need to add languages to the keyboard.
As for the 2 screen view, you'll need either Huawei or HONOR laptop to use the Huawei Share feature.
Hi NasiLemak... i need your help on how to install netflix through apk mirror... already update my matepad pro to emui 10.1 but keep getting error 😢
What error are you getting?
If it's not working.. .try another version instead?
Lowest end ipad pro 2020 vs matepad pro? Or do they go head to head even?
I'd say it's still unfair to compare iPads and Android tablets - especially with Huawei's lack of Google support. The software makes the biggest difference.
With all things considered, iPad.
When you say update and watch via netflix.Can i watch hd quality at netflix?
From when I tested the MatePad Pro, it can't. Not sure if it's possible now.
Can you do a comparaison of huawei mate pad pro and samsung galaxy tab s6?
I have not tested the Galaxy Tab S6 though. Being a Samsung smartphone user myself, I can say with confidence that Samsung's user experience will be magnificent.
Samsung products always have bad stutters and lower value for hardwares worth
Please tried huawei connect or ecosystem too, I’ll be waiting for that. Thx
Great review. I am just browsing for a tablet replacement for mine. I had my huawei t10 for a few years now and I need a new one. Huawei media pad pro is over the top for me though, I don't really need a too high tech a tab for my zoom meetings/worship. Good that I found that out. Thanks!
Glad to be able to help!
Keep in mind that without Google Mobile Services now, many apps don't work. Like Google Classroom and CZcams.
Excellent Review... 👍
Glad you liked it!
Would actually love to see tablets support tri/quad window multi tasking in landscape. So much screen but limited functionality. The new Kirin processors are more than capable of running more than 2 apps simultaneously. :’) imagine watching a webcast lecture, referencing lecture slides, and making your own notes all at once on a single screen.
Great review btw. (:
Yeah, software support is important. Hardware is only half the story.
Great Intresting.
You ll need like a super big tablet for that,i mean 4 task in 1 screen?
@@HelloThere-lo3qi 10inch is good enough. ~5inch/quadrant
you dont need to be able to see the freckles on ppl's faces sometimes. And it's more than enough to read off some ppt slides. (=
Do the old m pen works with huawei matepad pro??
That I'm not sure
Greeting! I would ask for help. I recently received this tablet and keyboard, but I can't connect the tablet and keyboard in any way. The tablet does not recognize it at all.
Have you aligned the keyboard's groove with the tablet? It could be a faulty keyboard too, btw.
@@NasiLemakTech The problem is solved by resetting the keyboard
Hello sir can i ask how did you download your netflix apk and where to download thank you in advacnce!
APK Pure. As the time I was filming this review, only certain versions of Netflix app worked. Not sure if the situation has changed now or not though.
@@NasiLemakTech can i ask sir what version did you use ?
Do you suggest this for student going to collage?
As your auxiliary device yes. I still recommend getting a laptop/desktop as your main device.
can i know if google maps and chrome can be installed?
Long story short, no.
If you rely on Google apps for a tablet, I suggest you go get the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite instead.
Can the pro version be used with WiFi in the United States?
Yeah, you can. Though you'll have to keep in mind that there's still no Google services in this tablet.
I got my Matepad Pro and I love it! I have one question though. Does it need a screen protector? If yes, is there one you would recommend?
For that, it depends on your personal preference. I'd say a screen protector really accentuates the punch-hole selfie camera.
Either way, just don't buy cheap China screen protectors. I got one and... it's not flat.
Did you suffer from no google services? Do you recommend it for a student?
@@shahdm.7359 For google services, it's not really an issue. I can access all of them through the browser, and I added my gmail account to the email app. I would recommend it for a student, as it can handle all basic functions but then the keyboard is essential.
@@sanamahfooz2680 Oh thank you, but I heard that the keyboard is not good as sometimes it says it's connected while it's not writing and some stuff like that
Keyboard has been great for me though. No disconnection issue.
Thinking about buying this for my work. But my work needs google chrome, can you download Google Chrome on this tablet?
That's a good question - and the short answer is no.
I can download Google Chrome, but it will flicker non-stop.
in terms of Destop mode, HW better or SS?
That is something that I can't say. DeX and Huawei's Desktop Mode are very similar in terms of looks, but we haven't used any Samsung tablets with desktop mode.
How would we connect it with projector??
Either through WiFi or with a USB-C to HDMI dongle.
does this tablet has simcard?..or we can change it to standalone?
It depends on which version you're getting. The one we have here is the WiFi version only. It's available in another version with SIM card support
I have a few questions, which one is better, this or surface go?
Can it connect with other than huawei android smartphone?
Can browse with google?
Hey there, let me answer your questions one by one.
I have not tried the Surface Go before so I can't say anything for sure. Personally, using Windows as a tablet is kinda bad.
This Huawei MatePad Pro can't use Google Chrome since it will flicker quite badly.
Are u able to connect 2 devices e.g a keyboard and a mouse to it via Bluetooth?
Yes
For bloggers, is WordPress app available?
It works... but the app isn't available on the Huawei App Gallery.
Also depends on how you login to Wordpress as well - through Google or some other login methods? Some apps got affected by this too.
Does it have microsoft office and can you install adobe photoshop?
Need to hunt for the APK though.
I'd recommend you picking up the Samsung tablet instead of you need app support.
Does it have youtube, facebook, play store and other apps? And can we download any game or music or video for free?
No CZcams, Play Store, or any apps by Google. You can use the web version of those apps through the browser instead. Facebook app is available for download via the Huawei App Gallery.
Downloading games and whatnot is a bit of a touchy subject since you'll have to visit 3rd party app stores to download them. It might be filled with malware, though.
When is this tablet lunched is Nepal?
Have to check with Huawei Nepal instead.
I want one but reluctant without google. I am not blind to google but youtube , twitter etc I use a lot. How are people finding it ?
APK Mirror most of the time. However, CZcams app doesn't work - so we use the browser to watch CZcams instead - like on a laptop/desktop.
Can you review the Nebo apps on the MatePad Pro please.
Sure, I can give you a short review of the app here.
That app works okay. It converts writings into texts quite accurately - if I write properly (I have bad handwriting). Not sure if you like writing on glass, because hitting the stylus on the glass creates a rather loud tap.
The Nebo app is also suitable if you want to draw diagrams or equations. Undoing accidental strokes is difficult since the M-Pencil does not have any buttons.
@@NasiLemakTechThank you for the previous reply.🙌🙌🙌
So does it have some sort if palm rejection when using the stylus in the Nebo app?
@@huzaifaabdulrab4458 MatePad Pro has palm rejection for pretty much most (if not all) of the handwriting apps I've tried.
For me, the cons about using Nebo is that I keep "writing" above my words (pop-up for word conversion preview), and when I write on the pop-up above my handwritten words, the words will not register, and you have to write again, below the pop-up. Another thing is that you cannot insert a PDF file into Nebo.
But I have to say, Nebo is a very good note-taking app, but I think it will be better if they allow us to turn off the word conversion preview pop-up.
@@waynehxl Thank you so much🙌🙌🙌
is it good for taking lecture notes and note making for a student
It's decent enough, but you're locked with all the Huawei apps only. If the apps don't suit you, then there's nothing that can be done.
@@NasiLemakTech what is the cost of the pencil
I really want to have this
why u are not trying to install gms on your matepad pro? and then sharing the experience with us.
Because there are a few reasons.
1. I don't condone piracy.
2. I review the devices as is and I don't want customers to think it's feasible to buy the MatePad Pro and install GMS later on.
3. Continuing from #2, GMS installations change between versions of firmware. And sometimes, it just stops working outright.
4. If GMS is important to you, then the MatePad Pro isn't for you.
@@NasiLemakTech tq for the replied
Thank you for the review. Can I use google classroom on this tap ? With zoom meetings?
Google Classroom no, Zoom Meeting yes if you can find the APK.
Yes. But you will use the browser for the google classrom and just add it to your home screen.
does the pencil come along with the tablet or should we have to buy it separately
They both come separately. As far as we know, only the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite comes with the pen.
@El Señor Xan No
Thank you for review product experience, brother❤
My pleasure!
Great review I come across this when I was browsing a technology website it looks a good tablet even better with the keypad and pen , question is there any dates when this be released in the UK ? .
Not sure about the UK. All the information that we have is based in Malaysia.
However, do take note that without Google Mobile Services, many apps are essentially crippled.
Hi , it’s currently selling in the UK for 549 for the 6GB 128GB variant with free keyboard and pen. This is a fantastic deal which ends on the 28th is July, so act fast!
I would like to know if how long (in years) this tablet can get OS update and security patches?
That is a question that I can't give a definitive answer. It purely depends on Huawei. It could be a year or two years, or even more - or less.
@@NasiLemakTech thanks bro! Consider me subscribed.
Thanks a bunch for your support!
Can you edit in Ms word and Ms Excel in that tablet?
Yeah, sure. You can actually install MS Word and Excel app
Does huawei support MSword or just wps?
It can be wireless charged on those huawei/iphone compatible wireless charging phones which is a good feature as hotspot the whole day your huawei phone might running out of juice. This function helps a lot in charging your phone especially when u forgot to bring powerbank at outside and continue to provide Internet to your Matepad Pro.
Yea, that's a lifesaver when we done have a power bank within reach.
Hi just wanted to know, do u think it's a nice replacement for a laptop? i mean im an incoming college student and im planning to get this, thinking this could be a nice since it's like a tablet and laptop in one. would u suggest students to get this instead of any other laptops for studying?
As a complimentary device yes, as a full-fledged laptop replacement for universities - I'd say no.
I should've made it clearer too. For me is because I have a super powerful desktop (which is behind me in the video) and I just need a simple device on the go to take notes and read some stuff. Instead of getting a laptop, the MatePad Pro is perfect for my use case. If you don't have a laptop or a desktop, then getting only the Huawei MatePad Pro for study and whatnot might be an issue.
I'm a university student and I just want to let you know that a tablet can never replace a laptop (maybe in the future). Normally the apps in a tablet are the "lighter" version with fewer features, like Microsoft Office and Photoshop. However, for note-taking and studying (and of course watching videos), a tablet is a fantastic device, just not for doing assignments.
thanks for the replies haha these enlightened me tho :))
@@waynehxl Exactly my point!
Hi ,ich bin neu auf deinem Kanal.Ich fand dein Video sehr informativ .Alle meine Fragen zum Gerät sind beantwortet und es ist für mich im Moment die beste alternative zum iPad . Danke und gern mehr davon. Ich wünsche eine gute Zeit
I enjoyed your review, could you please share the wallpaper of the tablet?
The hills? Here you go. drive.google.com/file/d/1ecLEJ3su_aJNx8xM1VUrmV_9AZV9-m_r/view?usp=drivesdk
Yes, thank you very much :)
Keep up the good work✌...is the screen oled or lcd?
Thanks! This tablet is using an LCD monitor.
can we connect this to a projector or smart Tv? thank you
Yeah. You can.
@@NasiLemakTech how about in printer?
@@NasiLemakTech will this work on my 4k monitor in 4k resolution? many thanks :)
Can i input a type c adapter with hdmi, usb, sd card and etc and is it compatible transfering files?
Yes, you can.
@@NasiLemakTech thankyouuu, but can i also use it to print my files and more?
I've not tried it but I think it can.
@@NasiLemakTech ohhh okay but please try it sometimes if you have time so i can now be sure in buying it hehe, thankyouuuu
I found one keyborad shortcut written on the plastic in the keyboard's box. ‘+1 conpensates for the lack of an escape key. On Android this basically means that when you press those keys yoy go back, but on youtube or netflix it is very natural to press "escape" when you are watching something in fullscreen.
How did you download (google play) apps in this Huawei tablet? Thanks
I did not install Google Play in it. Long story short, I recommend you to get another tablet if you need Google Play.
I install google apps in my matepad pro. So easy
@@IndoAndFriendsInOhio please teach me how to do it? Need Google classroom. 😭😭
@@NasiLemakTech Please help us, is it possible for this tablet that accessing apps on google play? There are lots of tutorials about that, did you ever tried them? Are they working smoothly?
Does it have a fingerprint scanner and does the face unlock work I'm the dark?
No fingerprint scanner. Only face unlock. There's an option to let the display go super bright to illuminate your face for face unlock when it's dark. For me... I just disabled the lock screen.
@@NasiLemakTech thank you!
Cuz last time the apk was only able to support 720 resolution which was a shame for this beautiful screen
3:50 M stands for magnetic mate or magnet wot not.
How yo install neflix?
I downloaded the APK from APK Mirror.
bro what about youtube
its working well or something errors
Not working at all.
You can only use CZcams on your browser
And it's done. I've finally decided to buy huawei matebook instead matepad pro 😁. Thanks for the review
Good choice! A tablet may be convenient, but it's never truly a laptop replacement.